The semi-final stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set, with France, Spain, England and defending champions Argentina securing their places in the final four.
France became the first team to reach the semi-finals after defeating Morocco 2-0, while Spain followed with a 2-1 victory over Belgium to book their spot.
England joined them after a dramatic 2-1 extra-time comeback win over Norway in Miami, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice to send the Three Lions through.
The final semi-final place was claimed by Argentina, who defeated a 10-man Switzerland side 3-1 after extra time. Lionel Messi played a key role by providing an assist, before goals from Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez sealed the victory.
The results have produced two blockbuster semi-final clashes, with France set to face Spain, while England will battle Argentina in a repeat of one of international football’s biggest rivalries.
2026 FIFA World Cup Semi-Final Fixtures
France vs Spain
📅 Tuesday, July 14
⏰ 20:00
📍 Dallas Stadium, Dallas
England vs Argentina
📅 Wednesday, July 15
⏰ 20:00
📍 Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
The third-place play-off will take place on July 18 in Miami, while the World Cup final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
The England-Argentina clash will mark their first World Cup meeting since the 2002 tournament, adding another chapter to a historic rivalry between the two football nations.
